Atiku Criticizes Tinubu's Presidential Pardon
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed disagreement with the recent presidential pardon issued by President Bola Tinubu.
A presidential pardon is a moral and constitutional instrument designed to temper justice with mercy and to underscore the humanity of the state.
However, Atiku noted that Tinubu's pardon extended clemency to individuals convicted of serious crimes such as drug trafficking, kidnapping, murder, and corruption, thereby undermining the purpose of the pardon.
In Atiku's opinion, the latest pardon issued by Tinubu is a reckless use of presidential power.
Author's summary: Atiku criticizes Tinubu's pardon as reckless.
- Presidential pardon is a moral and constitutional instrument.
- Tinubu's pardon included individuals convicted of grave crimes.